Dalgona Coffee, also known as Whipped Coffee or Foam Coffee, is creamy, fluffy, and incredibly photogenic. This trending drink from South Korea has captured the hearts of coffee lovers worldwide. With just a few ingredients, you can create an airy coffee foam that sits beautifully atop cold or hot milk. Best of all: it’s super easy to make and only takes a few minutes.
What is Dalgona Coffee?
The name comes from a Korean candy called Dalgona, a caramel toffee resembling the creamy coffee foam in color and texture. The recipe follows a simple 1:1:1 rule – equal parts instant coffee, sugar, and hot water. Whip them together to form a stable, fluffy cream that can be poured over milk.
Prep time: about 5 minutes
Difficulty: very easy
Ingredients for 1 Glass of Dalgona Coffee
- 1–2 tbsp instant coffee (e.g., Dallmayr Gold)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar
- 1–2 tbsp hot water
- 200 ml milk or milk alternative
- optional: ice cubes
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Whip the coffee: Combine instant coffee, sugar, and hot water in a bowl. Whip vigorously with a hand mixer or whisk until thick and creamy.
- Prepare the glass: Fill a glass with milk – cold with ice cubes or hot, depending on your preference.
- Top with foam: Carefully spoon the whipped coffee cream onto the milk.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately and optionally garnish.
Tip: Reduce sugar if you prefer a less sweet foam; the texture will be slightly softer.
Variations & Ideas
- Hot Dalgona Coffee: Use hot milk instead of ice for a cozy version.
- Chocolate Dalgona: Replace instant coffee with instant hot chocolate for a chocolaty twist.
- Vegan: Works perfectly with oat, almond, or soy milk.
- Extra flavor: Add a drop of vanilla extract, caramel syrup, or cocoa powder for extra taste.
- Toppings: Decorate with crumbled cookies, chocolate shavings, or a sprinkle of cinnamon
